Plater
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.50 to £35 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Gateshead, NE16 6EA |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 19 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Platers - Gateshead
The Best Connection is recruiting experienced Platers on behalf of a leading metal fabrication specialist in Gateshead.
This temp-to-perm opportunity offers £17.50 per hour, weekday day shifts and the potential for a permanent contract.
Multiple positions are available for skilled Platers seeking stable work, competitive pay and an excellent work-life balance.
The Role
- Read and interpret engineering and fabrication drawings.
- Mark out, cut and shape heavy steel components.
- Assemble structural fabrications to tight tolerances, ready for welding.
- Carry out tack welding where required.
- Work alongside welders, engineers and colleagues to maintain efficient production.
- Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met.
- Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow all health and safety procedures.
The Candidate
- Proven experience as a Plater in a metal fabrication environment.
- Time-served with strong practical fabrication skills.
- Heavy engineering experience is highly desirable.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.
- Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques and materials.
- Relevant trade qualifications or fabrication certifications are preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Physically fit, with the ability to undertake demanding fabrication work.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Hours and Pay
- Monday to Friday day shift.
- 37 hours per week.
- Standard rate: £17.50 per hour.
- Saturday overtime: £26.25 per hour for the first four hours.
- Saturday overtime: £35.00 per hour after the first four hours.
Benefits of Working with The Best Connection
- Temp-to-perm opportunity with the potential for a permanent contract.
- Ongoing work opportunities and access to further assignments.
- 24/7 consultant support.
- Pension contributions.
- Online payslips and holiday accrual.
- Personal accident insurance.
- Access to the Perks at Work temporary worker benefits scheme.
Suitable candidates will be invited to register online.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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